1994 BMW 316 vs. 1991 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1994 BMW 316 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1994 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 310 kg more than 1994 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 316 | 1991 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | BMW | Ferrari |
| Model | 316 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 86 L |
